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Margie Browne loved everything Irish! Her home was open to Irish immigrants spending a semester in Kansas City or just starting out in this new land. Margie's dinner table always had room for one more. From scones to stew, everyone loved her cooking—and she was proud to pile on another helping. Margie was a hairdresser for many years before she became the cheerful face behind the counter of Browne's Irish Market. With an ear to listen and compassion to give, Margie became Mother Marge to many.
Margie was eager to support the parade since its inception in the 70's. She participated in the early parades, attended luncheons and The Wolfe Tones concerts, helped with “The Blarney Stone” newsletter and greeted the parade committee as they enjoyed an Irish Breakfast at Browne's. Margie's favorite event of the season was the Gaelic Mass and she never missed one. She was a person of great faith and many of the Irish community carry one of her “Infant of Prague” medals with the promise of prayers and novenas from Margie.
One of her proudest moments was being named Grand Marshal of the 2002 Kansas City St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Margie overcame adversities with hard work and perseverance, always with a smile and kind word. Margie loved traveling to see her family in County Kerry, Ireland, singing Irish songs and playing bingo. She was loved by all who knew her. |
